DC - Cupcakes

One thing the trip taught us is the power of television. After watching DC Cupcakes on TLC, Annee wanted to go to Georgetown Cupcake while we were in Washington. We never did quite get into the original Georgetown Cupcake location, but we did find suitable substitutes. We tried the Georgetown location after supper on Saturday. After the girls spent about 25 minutes in line (the boys went for ice cream) with no end in site, we gave up to try again another day. We never did make it back to the original location, but did discover Crumbs on Sunday. According to those who partook, Crumbs had great cupcakes and, more importantly, no lines. While, the girls had cupcakes, the boys found FroZenYo to satisfy their sweet tooth. Crumbs made such an impression we made a return trip a couple of days later. The good news is that we did finally get to try the cupcakes at Georgetown Cupcake. We just went to their new location in Bethesda in the morning of our last day in Washington. Annee got her tee shirt and we got cupcakes with no lines and easy parking!

The line outside of Georgetown Cupcakes on Saturday night.

We had plenty of time for pictures while the girls were in line.

Fortunately, Crumbs came to the rescue for those who wanted to satisfy their cupcake cravings.

Annee at the Bethesda location of Georgetown Cupcakes.

Hayden, Annee & Caleb enjoying cupcakes!

DC - Arlington Cemetery

As part of our Saturday activities, we made our pilgrimage to Arlington Cemetery for the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We also made our stops by John F. Kennedy's grave and Arlington House - Robert E. Lee's home before the Civil War.

Memorial for the Space Shuttle Columbia. It is next to the Challenger Memorial.

Arlington Cemetery Ampitheater

USS Maine Memorial

Changing of the Guard

Lauren, Caleb, Hayden, and Annee near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

JFK's grave site and flame.

Lauren & Annee on the overlook at the Kennedy grave sites.

Family picture from in front of the Arlington House - one of the best views in the area.

The crew in front of the Arlington House overlooking DC. Aunt Judy did not make the trek up to the Arlington House.

DC - Capitol Tour

We ventured over for a tour of the Capitol on Saturday. As always, the tour was a highlight of a visit to DC.

Most of the crew (minus Aunt Judy) in front of the Capitol.

Heather and I before heading into the Capitol.

Hayden and Caleb

Annee with Helen Keller. The Helen Keller statue is new to the Capitol and is the first statue to depict a child.

Annee and Sakakawea

Hayden and Caleb with King Kamehameha I

On the way up the escalator for the tour.

From the floor of the rotunda.

Annee and Henry Clay

The girls in Statuary Hall.

A view from one of the hallway windows in the Capitol.

The crew (minus me) after leaving the Capitol.

Annee & Hayden in front of the Capitol.

DC - FDR, Jefferson, Mason

We started our Spring Break trek to DC on Thursday (April 5) after school and made it to Barboursville, WV for the first night. We pulled into the DC area about 4:00 on Friday afternoon and made our way to National Airport to catch up with Grandma Connee, (A&H's Cousin) Caleb, (Heather's) Aunt Judy, and Lauren (Heather's cousin Dee Ann's daughter). On our way back to the hotel we made a stop at the FDR Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and the George Mason Memorial. Hayden was a bit under the weather that day and slept a good chunk of the day. He also did not make it past the FDR Memorial. Fortunately, he bounced back on Saturday.

Caleb, Lauren, FDR, Annee, and Hayden

Caleb & Grandma Connee in front of one of the displays at the FDR Memorial

Annee with FDR and Fala

Annee with George Mason

Annee and Thomas

Book Character Parade

The Briarwood Book Character Parade was held the Thursday before Spring Break. The Lasley kids were shut of the awards. Annee was Helen Keller, while Hayden was the character from the The Emperor's New Clothes.

Volleyball, Easter Egg Hunt

Team Light Pink got back on the winning track with a 3 game sweep in volleyball on Thursday. The team did a much better job serving which really makes a big difference. Annee played well. Saturday was the neighborhood Easter Egg hunt followed by drinks and basketball. A&H even found some time to attend a couple of birthday parties over the weekend too.

Annee getting ready to return the serve.

Annee's class got to dress crazy on Friday. As you can see, she definitely participated.

An attempt at a group picture before starting the egg hunt.

Annee Swims at State Meet

Annee swam at the Kentucky State 12 and under Swim Meet last weekend in Louisville. With about 70 swimmers in every event it was pretty chaotic. She set a personal best en route to a 59th place (out of 75) finish in the 50 Fly. She just missed a personal best in the 100 Back and finished 66th (out of 73). She also swam in the 200 Free and 200 Medley Relays. She did pretty well in both events and swam better splits than she had before. Overall, the weekend was a success. Hayden, Heather, and I went up on Saturday. Annee was already in Louisville for a birthday party on Friday night. Her friend Anna moved up at Christmas and invited several girls from Bowling Green for a weekend slumber party. Annee went to sleep at about 3 am to make sure she was well rested for the swim meet. Hayden was pretty patient (at least some of the time). He did get some good food out of the trip and got a new Duke shirt. Unfortunately, we didn't get many good pictures from the weekend, but here are a few.

Coach Jay encouraging Annee as she brings it home in the 50 Fly.

Hayden pulling out his bed!!

Kevin and Jen came to watch Annee swim on Saturday night. We then joined them for dinner at El Torazo!

Heather's Birthday

Today we are celebrating Heather's birthday. Had to wrap up the cake (or in this case the Rice Krispie bars) eating and present opening right after school. We are getting ready to ship off Annee to Louisville for a birthday party. The rest of us will be heading to The Hunger Games tonight. Below are a couple of quick pictures of the birthday festivities.

Someone had to spend hours and hours in the kitchen whipping these treats up.

Grand Ole Opry, Art Show, Report Cards

We made a return trip to the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday. Like last year, it was very entertaining. Kellie Pickler and Vince Gill were among the performers. Of course, Little Jimmy Dickens was Annee and Hayden's favorite. Sunday's highlight was a trip down to the Capitol Theatre where they were displaying art from area students. For the second time, Hayden had a piece of work selected to be displayed. We also got A&H's third quarter report cards. They seem to be doing pretty well this year. Volleyball lost a tough three game match last night. We will get a rematch with them later in the season.

At Outback before heading down to the Grand Ole Opry.

Little Jimmy Dickens

Annee's report card

Hayden's report card